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❄️ What to Do with Kids in St. Anton

St. Anton may be known for its legendary skiing, but it's also a great destination for families with children. From snow-filled fun to charming alpine experiences, there's plenty to keep little ones entertained — whether on skis or off.

🎿 Beginner Slopes & Gentle Skiing

  • Kinderwelt Nasserein is the main children’s beginner area, with a magic carpet, fun ski-themed play features, and a wide, gentle slope.

  • Rendl also has quieter slopes perfect for building confidence — plus a lovely sun terrace for parents to watch from.

  • Even toddlers can enjoy sliding around in the snow or watching the action from the sidelines!

🛷 Tobogganing (Rodelbahn)

  • St. Anton’s famous 4.3 km toboggan run from Gampen to Nasserein is best for older children and adventurous families.

  • For younger ones, gentle sledging is possible in open snow areas near the village — sledges are easy to rent.

⛸️ Ice Skating & Curling

  • Visit the Arlberg-well.com centre in the heart of the village for ice skating and even traditional Austrian curling (stock sport).

  • Skates available in children's sizes, and the rink is open day and night for a magical atmosphere.

🏊 Swimming & Indoor Fun

  • The WellCom Centre has a beautiful indoor pool, including a warm kids’ pool, splash features, and loungers for relaxing post-ski.

  • A great rainy-day or rest-day option for families.

🚠 Cable Car Adventures

  • Take the Galzigbahn gondola for panoramic views and a snowy adventure — even if you're not skiing.

  • Mountain restaurants at the top offer hot chocolate and strudel with a view, and kids love riding the lifts!

🐴 Horse-Drawn Sleigh Rides

  • A wonderful après-ski treat — bundle up and explore the snowy trails around St. Anton by sleigh.

  • Rides typically depart from the village centre and are perfect for all ages.

🎠 Village Strolls & Sweet Treats

  • The pedestrian zone in St. Anton is charming and festive — especially around the holidays.

  • Explore toy shops, warm up with hot chocolate and waffles, or visit the local bakery for a sweet Austrian treat.

🎨 Winter Crafts & Holiday Events

  • During peak weeks (like Christmas or February half-term), the local tourist office often runs kids' craft activities, storytelling sessions, and family-friendly events.

  • Pop in to see what’s on during your stay.

 

❄️ What to Do with Kids in St. Christoph

Small, charming, and nestled right on the slopes, St. Christoph is a peaceful spot that's perfect for families seeking an easy, no-fuss mountain holiday. While the resort is quiet, there are still plenty of things to do to keep little ones entertained — both on and off the snow.

🎿 Beginner Slopes & Snow Fun

  • St. Christoph has a small, uncrowded beginner area right next to the main lift station — ideal for children learning to ski in a calm environment.

  • The baby lift and wide-open snow area are perfect for snow play, tobogganing, or building snowmen.

  • The peaceful surroundings make it a stress-free place for families with young children.

🛷 Tobogganing

  • There’s space for gentle sledging near the village and beginner slopes — perfect for younger children.

  • For a bigger adventure, the Gampen to Nasserein toboggan run in nearby St. Anton (just 10 minutes away) offers 4.3 km of thrilling fun for older kids and parents.

🚠 Lift Rides & Mountain Restaurants

  • Take the St. Christophbahn chairlift up the mountain for snowy views and an alpine lunch — even if you're not skiing.

  • Kids often love riding the lifts and playing at the top while adults enjoy a warm drink with a view.

🧀 Fondue & Family Dining

  • Many mountain restaurants in St. Christoph offer cosy, family-friendly menus — think cheese fondue, rösti, hot chocolate, and apple strudel.

  • Dining here is relaxed and typically very welcoming to children.

🏡 Easy Village Life

  • St. Christoph is small, walkable, and quiet, so children can enjoy safe snowy walks or explore around the chalet without busy roads or crowds.

  • Great for families looking for a more relaxed pace away from the bustle of bigger resorts.

🛷 Nearby St. Anton Activities

  • Just a short drive or ski away, St. Anton offers:

    • Ice skating

    • Swimming at the WellCom Centre

    • Indoor play options

    • Family-friendly gondola rides

  • It’s easy to spend a few hours there and return to the calm of St. Christoph.

🌙 Cosy Evenings

  • After a day in the snow, evenings in St. Christoph are all about board games, hot chocolate, movies, and story time — pure alpine simplicity.

  • Many families love the slower rhythm here, perfect for winding down together.

 

❄️ Childcare-Friendly Activities in Lech

🎿 Beginner Slopes & Ski Playgrounds

  • Kinderclub Lech (Oberlech): A magical ski and snow-play area for younger children, offering gentle slopes, magic carpets, snow tunnels, and playful ski characters.

  • Ski Kindergarten: Introduces little ones (age 3+) to skiing in a fun and gentle way — with breaks for indoor games and warm-ups.

🛷 Tobogganing

  • The Oberlech toboggan run is a 1.2 km track, perfect for families and supervised sledge fun. Easily accessed by gondola.

  • For smaller children, there are flatter areas in town for safe and simple sledging.

🎠 Horse-Drawn Sleigh Rides

  • A classic family activity — enjoy a snowy adventure to Zug or back through the forest in a cosy sleigh with blankets and views.

  • Departures from the Lech village centre.

⛸️ Ice Skating in Zürs

  • Just a few minutes away, the natural ice rink in Zürs offers a fun skating session surrounded by snow-covered peaks.

  • Skates available for rental in children’s sizes.

🏊 Indoor Swimming

  • The Sportpark Lech offers a warm indoor swimming pool perfect for kids — with a small children’s pool and relaxation area.

  • Great for rest days or snowy afternoons.

🎨 Creative Play & Crafting

  • Many family hotels and chalets offer kids’ corners, games rooms, or host crafting and baking sessions.

  • In the village, look for family-friendly cafés with games and drawing areas.

🚠 Gondola Rides for Non-Skiers

  • Take the Bergbahn Oberlech or Rüfikopf cable car for breathtaking views and a mountaintop lunch.

  • Kids love the ride, and there’s usually room to play in the snow at the top.

❄️ Snowman Building & Outdoor Games

  • Open snowy spaces in Oberlech and around the village are perfect for classic winter fun: snowmen, snowball fights, and building igloos!

  • Great for little ones who aren't skiing yet or need some unstructured play time.

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